Stabyhoun — breed guide
A Frisian farm gundog and one of the rarest breeds in the world — a few thousand dogs exist, mostly still in the Netherlands.
At a glance
- Group
- sporting
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 18–25 kg (40–55 lb)
- Life span
- 13–15 years
- Coat
- Long, sleek black-and-white or liver-and-white coat
Living with a Stabyhoun
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Regular grooming — brushing a few times a week.
- Moderate shedding.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Gentle · Patient · Biddable · Calm indoors
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Von Willebrand disease
- Patent ductus arteriosus
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Stabyhoun good with kids?
Generally yes. Stabyhouns are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Stabyhoun good with cats?
Usually yes. Stabyhouns typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Stabyhoun need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Stabyhoun handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Stabyhoun's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.